Male and female bovine embryos show distinct development paths
Cornell researchers have uncovered the genetic triggers that cause male and female bovine embryos to develop differently, as…
Researchers develop novel exosome-based therapeutic agent for treating traumatic CNS injuries
Traumatic injuries of the central nervous system (CNS)-such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) and traumatic spinal cord injury…
Multi-analyte test accurately identifies brain cancers using small cerebrospinal fluid
A novel, multi-analyte test developed by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, its Ludwig Center and…
Certain dietary fats found to trigger hard-to-treat asthma in children
Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) found that certain lipids, or fats, in obesity-causing foods also cause…
First comprehensive road map shows how the ovarian reserve forms in primates
UCLA scientists have developed the first comprehensive road map showing how the ovarian reserve forms in primates, providing…
New method uncovers how extracellular vesicles impact immune response in cancer
Certain types of biochemical processes can impair the immune system’s ability to recognize and kill cancer cells. Purdue…
Genetics and diet work together to shape daily rhythms of fat metabolism
Our bodies follow a natural 24-hour cycle known as the circadian rhythm that influences everything from sleep to metabolism.…
Gut bacteria provide key to identifying colorectal cancer from stool samples
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death worldwide. If detected early, it can be efficiently…
How a single gene reshapes pain perception through polyamine signaling
A breakthrough discovery reveals how the SLC45A4 gene fine-tunes polyamine transport in sensory neurons, reshaping our understanding of…
ATOX1 drives hepatocellular carcinoma progression through c-Myb and PI3K/AKT activation
Background and aims Despite advancements in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains a leading cause of…
Yale researchers uncover new RNA editing tools for safer genetic surgery
The ability to correct disease-causing genetic mistakes using genome editors holds great promise in medicine, but it is…
Computational approach provides insight into neural progenitor cells and their role in brain disorders
For much of the 20th century it was thought that the adult brain was incapable of regeneration. This…